Nokia just announced the Windows Phone based Lumia 800 smartphone. There were some rumors floating around about a Lumia 900 devices, but I doubt that’s going to happen at this Nokia World as the biggest announcements usually happen on Day 1. This means that the Lumia 800 is going to be the top dog for now. Here’s a quick recap and commentary of those important bits and pieces.
Not going to Nokia World? Luckily you can follow all the action right at home in your pajamas. This is a quick post reminding everyone that you can watch the entire event at http://events.nokia.com/nokiaworld/ with the usual exciting product launches and new services. The keynotes start at 9AM (UK Time) on October the 26th (That’s tomorrow!), so if you’re not in Europe you’ll probably be in those pajamas. Do bookmark that link as the event continues on the 27th. It’s all about the devices right? In typical Nokia World fashion these will surely be unveiled tomorrow instead of the 27th.
Personally I’m looking forward to that Nokia Lumia 800, but also some new accessories and maybe even some surprises!
I just had a quick look at the Nokia E7. You know that Maemo/MeeGo is my platform of choice, but from what I’ve seen, I’m VERY impressed: the device is beautiful and fast. Here’s a quick video of the E7 and my first impressions of the device:
-Extremely good-looking device.
-Positioned as the replacement for the E90
-Looks more Nseries than Eseries, even more with the vibrant colors
-The screen is one of the best that Nokia has produced so far, deep blacks and great colors
-Considering the large screen, the device is thin. N8 thin to be exact.
-It’s really really fast. It flies through the apps and doesn’t seem to show any sign of slow down.
-The keyboard is really good, flat like the N97, but much better.
-Had a bit of a difficulty opening the device, because it was really thin.
-Full Office editing from Quick Office.
-At quick glance the interface does look a bit like the N97, but while using it you really learn to appreciate the subtle differences that make for a more polished looking interface. There’s a lot more eye-candy.
-The new visual multi-tasking looks and feels great. Very responsive and reminds me of the Maemo OS. It the multi-tasking windows don’t show a live view like the N900, but rather screenshots of what’s going.
Today I heard the great news that I’’ll be attending Nokia World 2010, thanks to our friends at WOMWorld/Nokia! If you’re a Nokia fan, Nokia World is THE place to be, that one event held once a year showcasing the latest and greatest from Nokia. Basically all the devices and services you’d want to have and use right after the show.
The event will be held at the ICC London ExCeL in London on the 14 and 15 of September. Expect great coverage from The Nokia Guide, as we’ll ask all the questions, take lots of pictures, get information on the latest devices, services and applications and try to sneak in an interview or two.
Who can you expect to see in London?
1.Leading up to Nokia World 2010, WOMWorld/Nokia and several other bloggers and Nokia enthusiasts have put together a meet up to be held at WOMWorld/Nokia (1000Heads) HQ (44 Great Windmill Street, London,W1D 7NB) on the 13th of September between 3pm and 7pm. An updated list of attendees can be found here.
2.The OVI Blog also held a competition, where 3 winners were chosen and now a total of 6 winners will join us in London.
3.The WOMWorld/Nokia team
4.Several Nokia Bloggers like @MarkGuim from TheNokiaBlog, @Nirave from mobile-users.net, @worldofnokia (Dan) from Worldofnokia.co.uk, @MichaelxHell from Fonearena.com, @MickyFin from Nokiausers.net/ NokiaDNA.com, @v4ibhav from thehandheldblog.com, just to name a few. (Contact me to update the list)
SO there you go, two great events in one very short time frame. Who else is attending Nokia World this year?
Remember to send in your questions or things you’d like us to cover at Nokia World 2010! See you there.
